Windows Vista was a shock to many Windows users, as its hardware requirements represented a steep upgrade over those required to run Windows XP: most 32-bit versions required a 1GHz processor, 1GB RAM, DirectX 9 graphics, and 40 GB of mass storage with 15GB free. But...
Windows hardware specs going up for the first time since 2009
WiFi security startup Cloak acquired by StackPath, will expand beyond Apple to Android and Windows
Stealthy Dallas-based startup StackPath has acquired Cloak, the Seattle VPN provider that focuses on no-hassle secure WiFi connections for Mac and iOS devices. Cloak plans to remain in Seattle, and will expand its service to additional platforms following the acquisition.
Cloak, which was a GeekWire App of...
Windows users get Facebook, Instagram, Messenger updates for latest Microsoft OS
Facebook is bringing its latest features to the social network’s Windows apps today, with updates to the main Facebook app as well as Messenger and Instagram.
While Facebook has apps for Windows 8, today’s update brings the...
Hacking group “PLATINUM” used Windows’ own patching system against it
Microsoft's Windows Defender Advanced Threat Hunting team works to track down and identify hacking groups that perpetrate attacks. The focus is on the groups that are most selective about their targets and that work hardest to...